Vicki A. Tisdell, 72

Vicki A. Tisdell, 72, passed peacefully on May 5, 2023, from her home in Eureka. She was born on Dec. 1, 1950, to Larry and Maxine (Elliott) Purdy in Whitefish.

She was married to Gary Tisdell and shared 34 years together.

Vicki grew up in Eureka. She graduated from Lincoln County High School in 1969 and attended Parks School of Business. She spent 33 years in local banking and retired as the bank manager of First Interstate Bank in Eureka. She served on many committees and boards in the Tobacco Valley as well as spent time helping to organize many class reunions.

A devoted mother and grandmother, she loved to crochet, taking morning walks with her brother Doug, and sitting on her back deck enjoying the beautiful views of the valley and mountains.

Vicki was preceded in death by her parents and infant triplets. She is survived by her husband, Gary Tisdell; their son, Tony (Paula) Tisdell of Bluffton, S.C.; three grandchildren, Austin, Matthew and Diana; her “baby brother” Doug (Flori) Purdy of Eureka; and a large extended family. She also leaves a vast army of good friends.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Eureka on Saturday, June 10, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations in Vicki’s memory can be made to Parents In Action, PO Box 2000 Eureka, MT 59917.

Services are under the care of the Schnackenberg Funeral Home of Eureka. Online memorials and condolences may be shared at www.schnackenbergfh.com.